Meaning & Definition of word "Scope"

Scope

/skoʊp/

1. The extent of an area or subject matter that something deals with or to which it is relevant.
- Example: The scope of the research project was limited to environmental factors.
2. A range of vision, outlook, or perception.
- Example: The scope of his understanding of the issue was quite limited.
3. A device used to view something, especially in a scientific context (e.g., microscope, telescope).
- Example: The scientist used a microscope to examine the sample closely.

1. To look at or examine closely.
- Example: She scoped out the area before making her move.

From Latin 'scopus', meaning 'target' or 'mark'.

within scope:

Refers to something that falls under a particular area or topic.

beyond the scope:

Indicates something that is outside the intended range or coverage.

scope out:

To examine or observe something in order to understand it better.

scopic:

Relating to viewing or observing.

microscope:

An instrument for viewing very small objects.

telescope:

An instrument for viewing distant objects.

Meaning: To scope out

Example Sentence: I'm going to scope out the place before we decide to go in.

Meaning: Scope game

Example Sentence: I'm just scoping the game to see what the competition is like.